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Ministry of Communications
Telecom Department initiates telecom reforms; Simplifies KYC processes
As stated by Shri AshwiniVaishnaw, Minister of Communications,recently, “Telecom Reforms aim to provide world class internet and tele-connectivity for the marginalised section.” In a major step towards achieving this objective, the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India, today issued a series of orders simplifying the KYC processes and thereby initiating the telecom reforms announced by the Cabinet on 15.09.2021.
Presently, a subscriber has to undergo KYC process which entails visit to the Point of Sale along with the original documents of identity and address as proof for obtaining new mobile connection or conversion of mobile connection from Prepaid to Postpaid or vice-versa.
Online service delivery has become an acceptable norm in the recent past and most of the customer services are being offered through internet with OTP authentication. Contactless services in the COVID era needs to be promoted for subscriber convenience and also for ease of doing business.
Customer consent has been made compulsory in case the Aadhaar is being used and demographic details are being obtained electronically from UIDAI.
Accordingly, following orders for immediate implementation have been issued by DoT to implement contactless, customer centric and secured KYC processes: -
- Aadhaar based e-KYC
Aadhaar based e-KYC process has been re-introduced for issuing of new mobile connections. Telecom Service Providers will be charged Rs. 1/- per customer authentication by the UIDAI. This is a complete paperless and digital process wherein the demographic details along with picture of the customer is received online by the Telecom Service Providers  from the UIDAI.
- Self-KYC
In this process, the issuing of mobile connection to the customers is done through an App/Portal based online process wherein a customer can apply for mobile connection sitting at home/office and gets the SIM delivered at his door step using documents electronically verified by UIDAI or DigiLocker.
- OTP based conversion of mobile connection from Prepaid to Postpaid and vice-versa
The implementation of OTP based conversion process enables a subscriber to convert his mobile connection from Prepaid to Postpaid and vice-versa sitting at home/office via OTP based authentication.
Detailed orders have been uploaded on the DoT website.
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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
A Day long Integrated Outreach Programme held at Gulma Tea Estate , West Bengal
Kolkata, January 1, 2020.
Regional Outreach Bureau, Siliguri organized a day long Integrated Outreach Programme commencing on December 30, 2019 at, Gulma Tea Estate , Siliguri. On its maiden day, the programme was correlated with Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat,Swachh Bharat, Plastic Free India, and on Jal Shakti. The Programme was coordinated with the, Tea Estate Employees, Health Department, ASHA, Anganwadi Workers, SHG’s from various sector. As a package of the programme the the Bureau organized a Public Meeting, Photo Exhibition on Swachh Bharat, Plastic Free India, Jal Shakti and on Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat.
During the IOP as a Chief Guest Shri H.K, Gupta, Manager, Gulma Tea Estate, inaugurated the meeting. Among the Speaker as a resource Person Shri Amrit Kr. Ghosh, Asstt Manager, while delivering his remarkable speech on Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat,he opined that the main purpose of the scheme is to remain without any discrimination of caste and creeds and boost the cultural connection between the states and union territories of the country having verities of cultural and traditional significances.
Smt. Anita Chik Baraik, a Social Worker, while speaking on Jal Shakti said, during the summer season they had to face the shortage of water. She added that parents should give the basic things to preserve/conserve the water to our children. Among the other speakers Smti Urmilla Tigga, Smti Kiran Tigga presented their various experiences and the ways of preserving/conserving water and also spoke on Swachh Bharat, Plastic Free India.
Appreciating the programme, Shri H.K. Gupta, Manager, in his speech urged to organize more such awareness campaign in his places in near future which is required for the Tea Garden dwellers.
Apart from a cultural show, a Quiz competition was organized for the gathering and valuable prizes were awarded to all the participants.
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Ministry of Railways
Trains to Tourist Places
Indian Railways, through Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation , is operating various tourist trains such as Bharat Darshan/ Aastha Circuit Tourist, Pilgrim Tourist Trains, State Special Tourist Trains, Deluxe Tourist Trains, Buddhist Circuit Train and Luxury Tourist Trains which are connecting major historical cities/tourist places of the country viz. Ayodhya, Varanasi, Ujjain, Agra, Prayagraj, Baidyanath, Bodhgaya, Rajgir, Nalanda, Nagpur, Indore, Aurangabad, Chitrakoot, Mathura, Vrindavan, Puri, Gangasagar, Tirupati, Madurai, Rameshwaram, Srirangapatnam, Mysore, Dwarka, Ankaleshwar, Nasik, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Udaipur, Ajmer, Khajuraho, Orchha, Sarnath, Kushinagar, Sravasti, Fatehpur Sikri, Nathdwara, Nandigram, Sitamadhi, Hampi, Mumbai, Gokarana, Belur, Jabalpur, Coorg, Thanjavur.
This information was given by the Minister of Railways, Commerce & Industry and Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Shri Piyush Goyal in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM pays homage to Acharya Vinoba Bhave on his birth anniversary
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid homage to Acharya Vinoba Bhave on his birth anniversary.
The Prime Minister posted on X:
“Paying homage to Acharya Vinoba Bhave on his birth anniversary. His unwavering dedication to social reform and upliftment of the marginalised continues to inspire us. May his legacy of selflessness and unity guide humanity for centuries to come.”
Election Commission
Today is Last Date for Filing of Nominations for the First phase of General Election, 2019 in 20 States including West Bengal
Kolkata, March 25, 2019
Today is the last date of filing nominations for the first phase of General Election, 2019 in 20 States including West Bengal. The States include Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jammu & Kashmir, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Sikkim, Telengana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, besides, West Bengal. Coochbehar  and Alipurduars Parliamentary constituencies in West Bengal will be experiencing the poll in the first phase of General Election. Total 1809598 and 1642285 electors respectively from Coochbehar  and Alipurduars  will be exercising their franchises in the first phase of election from West Bengal.
It is to be noted that the notification for the first phase of General Election 2019 was issued on March 18, 2019. Tomorrow  is the date for scrutiny of nominations. March 28, 2019 is the last date for withdrawal of the candidatures.
The date of poll for the first phase of election is April 11, 2019.
Prime Minister's Office
PM to release next instalment of PM-KISAN on 9th Aug
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will release the next instalment of financial benefit under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi  scheme on 9th August, 2021 at 12:30 PM via video conferencing. This will enable the transfer of an amount of more than Rs. 19,500 crores to more than 9.75 crores beneficiary farmer families. Prime Minister will interact with farmer beneficiaries during the event and will also address the nation.
About PM-KISAN
Under the PM-KISAN scheme, a financial benefit of Rs. 6000/- per year is provided to the eligible beneficiary farmer families, payable in three equal 4-monthly installments of Rs.2000/- each. The fund is transferred directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. In this scheme, Samman Rashi of over Rs. 1.38 lakh crores has been transferred to farmer families so far.
Union Agriculture Minister will also be present on the occasion.
Competition Commission of India
CCI issues order against three suppliers for rigging bids in tender floated by Pune Zilla Parishad for procurement of Picofall-cum-Sewing Machine
The Competition Commission of India  has found an agreement between three suppliers, to rig the bids in respect of a tender floated by Pune Zilla Parishad for procurement of Picofall-cum-Sewing Machine, in contravention of the provisions of Section 3 read with Section 3 of the Competition Act, 2002, which prohibits anti-competitive agreements.
The CCI has concluded that quoting of bid prices which were very close to each other with difference of just a few rupees by the bidders for the Impugned Tender was not a mere coincidence but a result of consensus/ understanding amongst the bidders. The CCI also noted that a holistic assessment of bid prices of the bidders coupled with other plus factors viz. single IP address, coordination in other tenders, call data record, mobile location, etc. is conclusive of an agreement amongst the bidders to fix price, resulting in rigging the bids in the Impugned Tender of Pune Zilla Parishad.
The CCI also opined that such conduct in public procurements, besides defeating the tendering process, has an adverse impact on the exchequer. Accordingly, the CCI imposed a monetary penalty of Rs. 10 lakh each on the suppliers viz. M/s Klassy Computers, M/s Nayan Agencies and M/s Jawahar Brothers, for the anti-competitive conduct. Further, a penalty of Rs. 10,000 each was imposed upon each of the individuals of M/s Jawahar Brothers in terms of Section 48 of the Act. The other two bidders are sole proprietorship concerns and thus, no separate penalty is being imposed upon their respective proprietors. Besides, a cease and desist order was also issued against these suppliers.
The Order was passed on 17.03.2021 in Case No. 90 of 2016 and a copy thereof has been uploaded on the website of the CCI at www.cci.gov.in.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Ministry of Civil Aviation takes multiple initiatives for workforce expansion in DGCA, AERA and AAI
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has taken multiple proactive steps for the institutional strengthening and workforce expansion in Directorate General of Civil Aviation , Airports Economic Regulatory Authority  and Airports Authority of India .
Directorate General of Civil Aviation 
The DGCA employs a team of qualified and experienced aircraft/aeronautical engineers, pilots, and air traffic controllers to carry out its regulatory and oversight functions. As a testament to these efforts, a total of 416 new positions have been established in the DGCA, which will help the aviation watchdog to provide a safe environment in the sector. The positions will be filled in phased manner. 114 posts out of these have already been filled.
Airports Economic Regulatory Authority 
AERA is an independent regulatory body tasked with overseeing the economic regulation of airports in India. Its main objectives include creating a level playing field, fostering healthy competition among major airports, promoting investment in airport facilities, and regulating tariffs for aeronautical services. A total of 10 new posts have been created with the constant indulgence of the Ministry of Civil Aviation for expeditious discharge of functions by AERA. 5 of these 10 posts have been filled. Rest of the posts will be filled soon. Apart from this there were 27 vacancies in existing posts. Out of which 24 have been filled and remaining 3 are under process.
Airports Authority of India 
The Airports Authority of India  is committed to air travel safety and efficiency. In this direction, it has taken numerous steps, including creation of required number of posts of Air Traffic Controllers , their Recruitment and Training. To meet the growing demand of air travel, 796 additional posts of ATCOs have been created in two phases i.e. 340 posts in May 2022 and 456 posts in April 2023. Action has also been taken to fill the posts of ATCOs.
Ministry of Cooperation
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, addressing the nation on the occasion of 77th Independence Day from the Red Fort in New Delhi, said that Cooperatives are a significant part of the country's social economy
A separate Ministry of Cooperation has been created to strengthen cooperatives, modernise them and strengthen the biggest unit of democracy in every nook and corner of the country
Ministry of Cooperation is spreading a network of cooperatives in the country, ensuring that the voices of even the poorest individuals are heard, their needs are met, and they can contribute to the nation's development
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, addressing the nation on the occasion of 77th Independence Day from the Red Fort in New Delhi, said that Cooperatives are a significant part of the country's social economy. He said that a separate Ministry of Cooperation has been created to strengthen cooperatives, modernise them and strengthen the biggest unit of democracy in every nook and corner of the country
Prime Minister said that Ministry of Cooperation is spreading a network of cooperatives in the country, ensuring that the voices of even the poorest individuals are heard, their needs are met, and they can contribute to the nation's development. He stressed that India has chosen the path of “Sahkar se Samriddhi”.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID19 Vaccination-Day 63
With More than 4 Cr COVID19 vaccine doses, India crosses a Landmark Milestone
18.16 lakh vaccine doses given till 7 pm today
India has scaled a landmark peak in its fight against COVID. As part of the world's largest vaccination exercise, more than 4 Crore doses have been administered.
A total of 4,11,55,978vaccine doses have been given, as per the provisional report till 7pm today.
These include 76,86,920 HCWs who have taken the 1st dose and 47,69,469 HCWs who have taken the 2nd dose, 79,10,529FLWs , 23,16,922 FLWs , 1,53,78,622 beneficiaries more than 60 years old and 30,93,516 beneficiaries aged 45 and above with specific co-morbidities.
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Total 18,16,161vaccine doses were given till 7 pm today, the Sixty Third day of nationwide COVID19 vaccination. Out of which 16,43,357 beneficiaries were vaccinated for 1st dose and 1,72,804 HCWs and FLWs received 2nd dose of vaccine as per the provisional report. Final reports would be completed for the day by late tonight.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles demise of Shri Tulsi Tanti, the founder of Suzlon Energy
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of veteran businessman and founder of Suzlon Energy, Shri Tulsi Tanti.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Shri Tulsi Tanti was a pioneering business leader who contributed to India’s economic progress and strengthened our nation’s efforts to further sustainable development. Pained by his untimely demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti."
Ministry of Electronics & IT
Data Protection Framework - Public consultation meeting at Mumbai on January 23, 2018
The Government of India has constituted an Expert Committee under the Chairmanship of Justice B.N. Srikrishna, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India comprising of members from Government, Academia and Industry to study and identify key data protection issues and recommend methods for addressing them. The Committee has put out a White Paper on Data Protection Framework for India and has sought public comments. Submission of responses to the White Paper will be received till 31st January, 2018 preferably through the website: https://innovate.mygov.in/data-protection-in-india/.
The next stakeholders’ consultation meeting is scheduled at Mumbai and details are as follows:
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B.Nag Auditorium,
Victor Menezes Convention Center
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IIT Bombay campus, Powai,
Mumbai.
People who are interested to participate in the above stakeholders’ consultation meeting are requested to kindly note the date, time and venue at the respective cities and are invited for the same. They are also requested to register for the meeting at https://innovate.mygov.in.
The Committee has already had stakeholders’ consultation meetings at three cities as per following schedule:
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The Auditorium
Civil Services Officers’ Institute ,
Vinay Marg, Chanakyapuri,
New Delhi - 110 021.
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Dr.MCR HRD Institute,
Road No. 25, Jubillee Hills,
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Indian Institute of Science
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Ministry of Defence
HAL hands over three ALHS to Indian Army Ahead of Schedule
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited  handed over first three ALHs as part of the 22 ALH MK III contract to the Indian Army in the on-going Aero India 2019, today.
HAL had entered into a contract with the Indian Army for 40 ALH  in August 2017. Of the 22 helicopters, 19 helicopters have already been produced and will be progressively delivered.
The documents were handed over to Director General Army Aviation Lt Gen Kanwal Kumar by Chief Executive Officer, Helicopter Division Shri GVS Bhaskar in the presence of Chairman and Managing Director, HAL Shri R Madhavan. Officials from the Army, HAL, DGAQA and RCMA were also present on the occasion.
The Advanced Light Helicopter  is a multi-role, new generation helicopter in the 5.5-ton weight class, indigenously designed and developed by HAL. Powered by two Shakti engines, it provides superlative performance throughout its flight envelope. It is suited for a high-speed cruise for rapid deployment and to maximize the area of operations. The basic helicopter is produced in skid version and wheeled version. In the wheeled version, options for fixed and retractable undercarriages are available.
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Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
NFL Vijaipur unit to produce Compost from Biodegradable waste
Project aims to recycle around 2000 Kg per day of biodegradable waste generated in township including horticulture waste
National Fertilizers Limited a PSU under the Department of Fertilizers ,Vijaipur  is going to set up an Organic Waste Converter  Plant. The biodegradable waste collected in the unit shall be transported to OWC where the same shall be segregated from non-degradable parts. It will take around 10 days to convert it into ready to use compost.
An initiative towards ‘Swachh Bharat’, the project aims to recycle around 2000 Kg per day of the biodegradable waste generated in township including the horticulture waste and convert it into ready to use compost.
The unit plans to utilize this compost as manure thus substituting consumption of fertilisers/ manure used for developments of Parks or Public places. The compost can also be used by the residents in their Lawns and Kitchen Gardens.
Shri Jagdeep Shah Singh, CGM of Vijaipur unit performed Bhoomipujan of the upcoming Organic Waste Converter Plant in presence of senior officials of the unit.
Ministry of Defence
NCC CADETS DISTRIBUTE 25000 HAND STITCHED MASKS FOR NEEDY AT 21 TOWNS IN GUJARAT
Continuing with its efforts towards Covid-19 and Exercise NCC Yogdan, the NCC cadets distributed a total of 25000 handmade masks to DMs/ SDMs/ hospitals for needy people at 21 different locations in Gujarat. This is in addition to 10000 masks already distributed during deployment. Five Group HQs under Gujarat Directorate distributed 5000 masks each in their areas. Districts mainly included Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Anand, Kheda, Vadodara, Surat, Rajkot, Surendranagar, Bhuj, Porbandar, Junagarh etc. In this week, NCC cadets enthusiastically participated in "Hu Pan Corona Warrior" campaign launched by Chief Minister Shri Vijay Bhai Rupani. On 22 May 20, they clicked photos with their grandparents showing care for the vulnerable. On 24 May 20, they spread awareness about Mask Suraksha and on 26 May 20, they spread awareness on benefits of Aarogya Setu app. Their enthusiasm was greatly appreciated by people and elicited huge response from people.
Deployment of cadets under Exercise NCC Yogdan commenced on 08 Apr 20 and terminated on 19 May 20, after a period of 43 days. During this period, on an average 500-550 cadets, 60 Associate NCC Officers and 80 Permanent Instructors were deployed at 31 towns covering 18 Districts on daily basis under the scorching heat. Volunteer cadets under supervision of NCC officers and supervisors have mainly been deployed for queue and traffic management, distribution of relief material, medicines, food essentials commodities, packaging of food, data management and assistance to senior citizens.
Those who were not deployed engaged themselves on social media and made innovative educational videos and messages for the benefit of the people. These videos were appreciated by netizens. Till date 13956 cadets, 566 ANOs 535 PI staff and 56 offrs have downloaded the Aarogya Setu App and the process is continuing.
Governorshri of Gujarat Shri Acharya Devvrat complimented the NCC cadets for their excellent contribution during Exercise NCC Yogdan. Similar views were echoed by Shri Bhupendrasinh Chudasama State Education Minister. Additionally, district administration, NGOs, local populace and educational institutions felicitated the cadets at various locations for their selfless service towards the nation, thus, making Exercise NCC Yogdan a grand success in Gujarat.
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